The LLEM International Community Farm & Garden project provides families with a parcel of farmland for cultivation. An acre is divided between eight families, all who have a minimum of five family members. Each family takes ownership of the land assigned to them and can cultivate their plots for approximately 3 years.

During this time, families can cultivate crops such as cassava (Manihot esculenta), yam, corn, beans, and other local vegetables. The family can sell excessive produce to local markets, creating a source of income.

LLEM is partnering with other Nigerian-based institutions to help provide farmers with eco-fertilizer to enhance farm yields and increase program sustainability.

Your one-time donation will support the purchase of a plot of land where community residents can plant fruits and vegetables.

We anticipate one acre of land will feed 40 people, or up to eight families of five. Our goal is to purchase 20 acres of land.

Currently, we have purchased 10 acres of land. We still need 10 more acres ($32,000) to reach our goal.

Can you Help us reach this God inspired vision and goal?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are you trying to achieve with this program? Our Many Mouths to Feed program has two worthy goals: the purchase of farmland so people can grow their own crops and the purchase of goats to be used for milk and meat.
How many people can be fed with a one-acre purchase of land? Forty hungry mouths. But it’s not just about feeding hungry mouths. Additionally, owning farmland provides local jobs for individuals who tend to it. This leads to job creation and economic empowerment.
How can you help? We realize that not everyone can afford to purchase a full acre of land. But we also know that every donation matters. At LLEM International, we’ve created several opportunities for you to participate without having to make a major financial investment.

Food Scarcity Facts for Nigeria

1. Poverty is pervasive across the country, with 61% of the population estimated to live on less than a dollar a day and 69% living below the poverty line. The poverty line is set at $1.22 per day (66,802 naira per year) (NBS 2012c).
2. One million Nigerians are malnourished.
3. Nigerians generally consume a starchy diet, but wealthier households can afford more nutrient-rich foods (including animal-based proteins) much more often than poorer households. For instance, the wealthiest households consume meat, fish, and eggs an average of four days a week, compared with only two days for the poorest households.

Benefits of This Farm Program

There are many benefits to providing farmland. By participating in the LLEM International Many Mouths to Feed program, you will

Provide meals to many hungry families.
Create jobs and a sustainable income for many families.
Experience the joy of providing a long-lasting solution to a serious global problem, solving one of the greatest human needs.
Enjoy intangible, tangible, and eternal rewards. Everyone who donates farmland will receive a thank you certificate from LLEM International with the details of the size of land you helped purchase. This personalized certificate will summarize the number of people your donation will help feed. This is a perfect way to showcase (at home or at your office) your commitment to helping humanity and perhaps will encourage others to donate too.

Many Mouths to Feed

An Initiative to Eradicate Food Shortage in Asa, Nigeria

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